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Post# 661336   2/20/2013 at 19:25 (4,054 days old) by DigAPony ()        

Okay, I've got the dryers narrowed down in my other post.

Now I think my friend may need a washer as well.

I was going to give her my spare Amana Commercial Quality washer (1990 vintage) because I thought the thumping/jumping in the spin cycle was an easy fix; broken suspension spring. However, I checked today and they are all intact. Oh, it also eats belts for lunch..

Any suggestions for used non-HE top load washers? I know Maytag's Dependable Care reputation, but how about some others to look for, reliability and ease of service are a priority.





Post# 661340 , Reply# 1   2/20/2013 at 19:47 (4,054 days old) by Volvoguy87 (Cincinnati, OH)        
Used?

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My 1st choice for a used washer these days is a Whirlpool-built Direct Drive washer. They're a dime a dozen, reliable, easy to fix, and cheap. As an added bonus, they were often paired with the good Whirlpool-built 29" dryers with the lint screen on the top.

Dave


Post# 661343 , Reply# 2   2/20/2013 at 19:53 (4,054 days old) by whirlykenmore78 (Prior Lake MN (GMT-0500 CDT.))        
Whirlpool/Kenmore Direct Drive

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For a used set I would strongly agree with that. If buying new though the Speed Queen is the only way to go.
WK78


Post# 661354 , Reply# 3   2/20/2013 at 21:07 (4,054 days old) by DigAPony ()        

How does one identify a Whirlpool built DD?

Any particular years of manufacture or models to look for?


Post# 661356 , Reply# 4   2/20/2013 at 21:12 (4,054 days old) by appnut (TX)        
WP direct drive machines

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kenmore brand started with fall of 1986 full force.  They had some earlier models too.  WP also about the same time. 


Post# 661382 , Reply# 5   2/20/2013 at 23:35 (4,054 days old) by StrongEnough78 (California)        

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My new washer suggestion, go vintage ;-)

Post# 661420 , Reply# 6   2/21/2013 at 08:10 (4,053 days old) by Yogitunes (New Jersey)        

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How do you identify a DirectDrive Whirlpool?.....

body style
lid shape and design
wide opening
deep tub
agitator
mechanics
waterfall fill


Am I missing something here?


Post# 661422 , Reply# 7   2/21/2013 at 08:29 (4,053 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)        

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No rear access panel.


Post# 661424 , Reply# 8   2/21/2013 at 08:33 (4,053 days old) by glomain (tuscarawas cnty. (eastern ohio))        
new washer

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ANYTHING VINTAGE all the new stuff is disposable junk

Post# 661429 , Reply# 9   2/21/2013 at 09:14 (4,053 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Amana Belt Eaters

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I believe the series of machines that tended to consume the belt were the models where the motor was mounted to the base plate and held stationary. When a load would get slightly off balance, the pulley on the transmission would naturally pivot with the tub causing abnormal wear on the belt.

The current series of SQ machines, the motor is mounted to the tub supports which keeps it always in line with the pulley on the transmission. This extends the life of the belt.

So, an older machine that frequently spun enough out of balance to not trip the sensor would tend to consume the belt. However, if properly loaded and water level matched to load size, this spinning behavior is minimized.

Malcolm


Post# 661464 , Reply# 10   2/21/2013 at 13:51 (4,053 days old) by pierreandreply4 (St-Bruno de montarville (province of quebec) canada)        
Direct drive washer

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i would suggest to buy a vintage washer as well as they are good and last longer i will post to pic so you can compare the direct drive washer and vintage washer in 2 post this is how a direct drive machine looks only trouble with the direct drive washer is they last 10 years max and newer models have the atc system so water is not as hot as they use to be

Post# 661465 , Reply# 11   2/21/2013 at 13:52 (4,053 days old) by pierreandreply4 (St-Bruno de montarville (province of quebec) canada)        
belt drive washer

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here is a belt drive washer witch can last to up to 50 years max


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